Accessibility at Corfe Castle
We have various ways to help make Corfe Castle as accessible as possible from a mobility scooter to walking poles and a changing places toilet.
Zest mobility scooter
There is a 600m walk from the car park at Castle View to the castle entrance via a dedicated footpath. For visitors who may struggle with this walk, we have a Zest mobility scooter available to hire for a round trip from Castle View. The scooter can also be used a short distance within the castle.
Hire is free but we recommend prior booking to guarantee availability. To pre-book, please call 01929 477320. We will need your name, contact number, the date you are planning to visit and your arrival time. Please be aware in peak periods our car park can be very busy, please allow plenty of time to find a place to park.
Changing Places Toilet at Castle View
There is a Changing Places toilet at Castle View visitor centre. Changing Places are large accessible toilets, different from standard disabled ones as they provide more space, an adult-sized changing bench, hoist, a peninsular toilet and height adjustable basin. They are also heated. The toilet at Castle View has level access from the disabled parking bays, café and second-hand bookshop and is open the same times as Castle View.
Walking poles
There is a selection of anti-shock height adjustable walking poles available to borrow from the castle entrance and Castle View Welcome Centre.
British Sign Language and Audio Guide
A selection of information boards are available in BSL and audio format. Find the full playlist here:
Audio Tour
At the ticket office, use your mobile device to link through to a website where the tour is hosted. The tour will follow in the footsteps of eight characters of Corfe Castle. Listen to the story of the Gloriette from the perspective of the stonemason who built it but will never get to live in it. Or Lady Hatton, a formidable woman who shaped a castle of war into a home. There are nine stops, and you will be prompted to play each section by signs as you explore the castle. Download the tour here: Walk in my footsteps audio tour
Ear Defenders
We have four pairs of ear defenders available for people of all ages to borrow from the Ticket Office.
Visual Guide
We have created a visual guide to help you find your way around Corfe Castle before you visit. View it here
A paper copy is also available from the Ticket Office.
Access guide and map
We have created a guide and map specifically for assisting you round Corfe Castle. From the Castle ruins to the Shop and Tea-room, everything is covered. Download a copy here
Tea-room
Large handled cutlery and crockery is available to use, please as a member of the team when ordering.
Assistance dogs
All dogs, including assistance dogs, are welcome across the site and are to be kept on a short lead.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about your visit to Corfe Castle, or would like more information on accessibility across the property, get in touch at: corfecastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Eating and shopping at Corfe Castle
Situated in an 18th century former cottage, the Tea-room at Corfe Castle serves a delicious menu of hot and cold food, drinks, cakes and bakes. Afterwards, stop off at the Shop to discover beautiful collections of homewares, gifts and locally made ranges to take home with you. The second-hand book shop located in Castle View is also filled with literary treasures.
Caring for Corfe Castle
The National Trust carries out vital conservation work in and around Corfe Castle, helping to protect this historic site for the enjoyment of visitors both now and in the future.